FT Secondary History Teacher Long Term Substitute

Lititz Christian School; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Lititz Christian School in Lititz, PA is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Secondary History Teacher for Grades 9–12 from mid-February to early June to maintain continuity of instruction. The substitute will implement established curriculum, deliver engaging history and social studies instruction, and support student learning.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of history, effective instructional and classroom management skills, and a commitment to student growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in History, Social Studies, Education, or related field.
• Pennsylvania teaching certification in Social Studies preferred; candidates eligible for appropriate certification may be considered.
• Demonstrated knowledge of history and social studies content.
• Strong instructional, organizational, communication, and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement established curriculum, lesson plans, and instructional materials provided by the school or regular classroom teacher.
• Deliver engaging instruction in history and social studies courses, adapting lessons as needed to meet student learning needs.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to promote critical thinking, historical inquiry, and student engagement.
• Incorporate technology and multimedia resources to support instruction.
• Maintain appropriate pacing and instructional continuity throughout the assignment.
• Evaluate student learning through assignments, quizzes, tests, projects, and other assessments.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grade, and student progress records.
• Communicate concerns regarding student performance or academic needs to the appropriate school personnel.
• Establish and maintain clear classroom expectations, routines, and procedures.
• Foster a respectful, safe, and supportive classroom environment.
• Address student behavior consistently and appropriately in accordance with school policies.
• Build positive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Collaborate with department colleagues, school administration, and other faculty to support instructional continuity.
• Communicate regularly with administration regarding classroom needs, student concerns, and instructional progress.
• Maintain appropriate communication with parents and guardians as directed by school administration.
• Participate in relevant faculty meetings and school activities as requested.
• Fulfill other reasonable instructional and supervisory responsibilities associated with the teaching assignment.
• Support the school's mission, values, and expectations for professional conduct.

Skills

History content knowledge

Classroom management

Instructional planning

Communication with staff & parents

Education

Bachelor's degree in History, Social Studies, Education, or related field

Job description

Long-Term Substitute Secondary History Teacher (Grades 9–12)
Mid to late Feb to beginning of June

Job Summary

The Long-Term Substitute Secondary History Teacher is responsible for providing consistent, high-quality instruction in social studies to students in grades 9–12 during the absence of the regular classroom teacher. The substitute will implement established curriculum, lesson plans, and instructional resources while maintaining a positive, engaging, and structured learning environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of history and social studies, effective instructional and classroom management skills, and a commitment to supporting students' academic growth and development. This individual will work collaboratively with school administration and colleagues to ensure continuity of instruction and a smooth transition throughout the assignment.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum Implementation and Instruction

• Implement established curriculum, lesson plans, and instructional materials provided by the school or regular classroom teacher.
• Deliver engaging instruction in history and social studies courses, adapting lessons as needed to meet student learning needs.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to promote critical thinking, historical inquiry, and student engagement.
• Incorporate technology and multimedia resources to support instruction.
• Maintain appropriate pacing and instructional continuity throughout the assignment.

Assessment and Student Progress

• Evaluate student learning through assignments, quizzes, tests, projects, and other assessments.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grade, and student progress records.
• Communicate concerns regarding student performance or academic needs to the appropriate school personnel.

Classroom Management

• Establish and maintain clear classroom expectations, routines, and procedures.
• Foster a respectful, safe, and supportive classroom environment.
• Address student behavior consistently and appropriately in accordance with school policies.
• Build positive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.

Professional Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with department colleagues, school administration, and other faculty to support instructional continuity.
• Communicate regularly with administration regarding classroom needs, student concerns, and instructional progress.
• Maintain appropriate communication with parents and guardians as directed by school administration.
• Participate in relevant faculty meetings and school activities as requested.

Additional Responsibilities

• Fulfill other reasonable instructional and supervisory responsibilities associated with the teaching assignment.
• Support the school's mission, values, and expectations for professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in History, Social Studies, Education, or a related field.
• Valid Pennsylvania teaching certification in Social Studies preferred; candidates eligible for appropriate certification or with relevant subject-area expertise may also be considered.
• Demonstrated knowledge of history and social studies content.
• Strong instructional, organizational, communication, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with high school students.
• Flexibility, dependability, and the ability to step into an established instructional program with minimal disruption.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Lititz Christian School.